The cheapest and fastest trains from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Zurich
Cheapest price
£81
Average price
£107
Fastest journey
4 h 9 m
Average duration
4 h 55 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
205 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Zurich is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Zurich will cost around £107 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £81.
Of the 5 trains that leave Chamonix-Mont-Blanc for Zurich every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 205 km distance in an average of 4 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 59 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9:194h09Chamonix-Mont-Blanc13:28Zurich£811One-way0 changes
6:194h09Chamonix-Mont-Blanc10:28Zurich£961One-way0 changes
8:194h09Chamonix-Mont-Blanc12:28Zurich£981One-way0 changes
20:247h59Chamonix-Mont-Blanc4:23Zurich£1231One-way0 changes
10:194h09Chamonix-Mont-Blanc14:28Zurich£1391One-way0 changes
10:194h09Chamonix-Mont-Blanc14:28Zurich£1391One-way0 changes
8:194h09Chamonix-Mont-Blanc12:28Zurich£981One-way0 changes
9:194h09Chamonix-Mont-Blanc13:28Zurich£811One-way0 changes
6:194h09Chamonix-Mont-Blanc10:28Zurich£961One-way0 changes
20:247h59Chamonix-Mont-Blanc4:23Zurich£1231One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Zurich
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Zurich among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a flight costs an average of £127.
Distance: 205 km
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£103 Average Price | £45 Average Price Cheapest | £328 Average Price |
5h 36m Average total duration 5h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 38m Average total duration 7h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration Fastest 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Zurich train times
The table below shows live departures for Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Zurich trains for today, Wednesday 27 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R MBX 18951 | 18951 · IR 90 1812 | 1812 · IC 1 715 | 715 · S 5 18546 | 18546 | 8:19 Le Châtelard-Frontière | 4h25 | 12:44 Zurich Altstetten | 3 changes | |
R MBX 18951 | 18951 · IR 90 1812 | 1812 · IC 1 715 | 715 | 8:19 Le Châtelard-Frontière | 4h09 | 12:28 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
R MBX 18951 | 18951 · IR 90 1812 | 1812 · IC 1 715 | 715 | 8:19 Le Châtelard-Frontière | 4h23 | 12:42 Zürich Oerlikon | 2 changes | |
R MBX 18975 | 18975 · IR 90 1814 | 1814 · IC 1 717 | 717 | 9:19 Le Châtelard-Frontière | 4h23 | 13:42 Zürich Oerlikon | 2 changes | |
R MBX 18975 | 18975 · IR 90 1814 | 1814 · IC 1 717 | 717 · S 5 18550 | 18550 | 9:19 Le Châtelard-Frontière | 4h25 | 13:44 Zurich Altstetten | 3 changes | |
R MBX 18975 | 18975 · IR 90 1814 | 1814 · IC 1 717 | 717 | 9:19 Le Châtelard-Frontière | 4h09 | 13:28 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
R MBX 18977 | 18977 · IR 90 1816 | 1816 · IC 1 719 | 719 | 10:19 Le Châtelard-Frontière | 4h09 | 14:28 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
R MBX 18977 | 18977 · IR 90 1816 | 1816 · IC 1 719 | 719 | 10:19 Le Châtelard-Frontière | 4h23 | 14:42 Zürich Oerlikon | 2 changes | |
R MBX 18977 | 18977 · IR 90 1816 | 1816 · IC 1 719 | 719 · S 5 18554 | 18554 | 10:19 Le Châtelard-Frontière | 4h25 | 14:44 Zurich Altstetten | 3 changes | |
R MBX 18979 | 18979 · IR 90 1818 | 1818 · IC 1 721 | 721 | 11:19 Le Châtelard-Frontière | 4h09 | 15:28 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
R MBX 18979 | 18979 · IR 90 1818 | 1818 · IC 1 721 | 721 | 11:19 Le Châtelard-Frontière | 4h23 | 15:42 Zürich Oerlikon | 2 changes | |
R MBX 18979 | 18979 · IR 90 1818 | 1818 · IC 1 721 | 721 · S 5 18558 | 18558 | 11:19 Le Châtelard-Frontière | 4h25 | 15:44 Zurich Altstetten | 3 changes | |
R MBX 18981 | 18981 · IR 90 1820 | 1820 · IC 1 723 | 723 | 12:19 Le Châtelard-Frontière | 4h09 | 16:28 Zurich HB | 2 changes | |
R MBX 18981 | 18981 · IR 90 1820 | 1820 · IC 1 723 | 723 | 12:19 Le Châtelard-Frontière | 4h23 | 16:42 Zürich Oerlikon | 2 changes | |
R MBX 18981 | 18981 · IR 90 1820 | 1820 · IC 1 723 | 723 · S 5 18562 | 18562 | 12:19 Le Châtelard-Frontière | 4h25 | 16:44 Zurich Altstetten | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Zurich
Trains from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Zurich run on average 16 times per day, taking around 5h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £54 but you can travel from only £28 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 205 km distance in 4h 9m.
Distance 205 km |
Average train duration 5h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £54 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 4h 9m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:51 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: SBB, Trenitalia, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Zurich trainsSBB, Trenitalia, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and Zurich from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Zurich train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc to Zurich by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Zurich, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc and Zurich
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with limited spaces.
- La Calèche
- Le Panier des 4 Saisons
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Le Morgane
- Hotel Mont-Blanc
- Alpina Eclectic Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- 50 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional trains to Saint-Gervais-les-Bains
- The car park is open and available at the entrance to Chamonix.
- The Aiguille du Midi is a cable car station with access to the summit terrace at 3842m, offering views of Mont Blanc.
- Bus: Local bus services available to Chamonix
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Gessnerallee and Sihlquai.
- Restaurant Au Premier
- Brasserie Federal
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich
- Hotel St. Gotthard
- Central Plaza Hotel
- Cost CHF 12
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- 1,300 places, mostly covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 3-18 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 21-24
- Hall 3: underground S-Bahn platforms 41-44
- Tram: Lines 3, 4, 6, 7, 10, 13, 14
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S3, S5, S6, S7, S8, S9, S11, S12, S15, S16, S24
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Andreasstrasse and Franklinstrasse.
- Negishi Sushi Bar
- Le Muh
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 2
- Courtyard Zurich North
- Swissotel Zurich
- Hotel Sternen Oerlikon
- Located in the main hall
- 72 places, 60 places
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-8 for regional and long-distance trains
- Tram: Line 10, Line 11
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S2, S6, S7, S8, S9, S14, S16, S19, S24
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from the main road.
- Restaurant Markthalle
- Restaurant LaSalle
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators.
- CHF 1
- Placid Hotel Zurich
- Best Western Hotel Spirgarten
- H+ Hotel Zürich
- Located in the main hall
- 240 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-5 for S-Bahn and regional trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- S-Bahn: Lines S3, S9, S12, S15
- Tram: Line 4
- Bus: Several lines available
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